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1. Season 96 didn't end the way we wanted it to, but Carson Walker Jr. @Cwalker, Toby Kadachi @ROOKIE745 represent some significant changes to the roster. What do these two bring to the Phoenix that was lacking last season? Sometimes shaking up the chemistry on the team can do wonders! Hope the newcomers help us work together as an even stronger unit! 2. Rookie defenseman Boris Bone-Breaker @RileyL will be making his VHL debut in Season 97! What do you think the 6'6, 238 pound giant can bring to Chicago's blue line? Some solid defensive play that can cause turnovers for our team to capitalize on! 3. During the S97 VHL Entry Draft, Chicago selected their goaltender of the future in Dr. Victor von Doom @Garsh, along with forward Avery Acres @Bravebulldogs. With the focus on delivering a Continental Cup in S97, the Phoenix were still able to address their biggest need with Ryan Artyomov @Enorama nearing retirement. What advice to you have to the newest members to the organization? Just staying consistent in TPE earning goes a long way to making an impact in the big leagues. 6. Winter is coming - what's the right temperature to have the thermostat at? I usually keep mine around 21 degrees celcius 7. Chances are if you're a member of the VHL, you're a fan of hockey. Have you have actually played it? Yes I played hockey until around the age of 18 at a decent level! 8. Fantasy Football is huge these days, but have you ever played fantasy hockey? If so, what did you think of it? I'm in a fantasy hockey league with some sim league friends that we renew annually for a while now. Fun to check in every now and then on it!

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1a What was your player's highlight in the VHLM if you're in the VHL? i think just getting drafted for the first time on my player was pretty cool and then getting traded to a contender for a deep playoff run 2. They say speed kills, but do you think there's a minimum speed that someone who's looking to be a scorer should be looking at compared to a defender, or do you think speed values remain relatively the same? In terms of the sim, I think skating/speed is overrated when it comes to team performance. For individual points, having more skating/speed than your line mates (assuming similar PA/SC) will mean you have the puck more and more chances to get points. 3c What's the best and worst part of winter? The holiday season is just an amazing time of year. Also fun to go skiing! The downside is that it can be so damn cold and snow impacting day to day is annoying. ----- 1. Is there a current or recent player who you think should have their jersey retired when their career ends? 2. Who is your way too early pick to win the VHL Championship next year? 3. What is the one thing you are looking forward to most this holiday season?

1) At the beginning of the regular season, did you think the Vancouver Wolves would be this seasons champions? Why or Why not? If I recall correctly I think I predicted them to be in the finals Against Moscow. Vancouver is definitely a strong team so it wasn't a surprise to me! 2) You are tasked with coming up with your teams gift to your GM. What do you get him/her? A signed picture of Ofer inting him. Limited Edition of course. 3) What makes the best last minute Christmas present? Often hard to go wrong with some nice chocolates. or just go the Mall/Amazon Gift Card route haha --- 1) Who do you think should win Playoff MVP for the VHL or VHLM? 2) If VHL were to do an outdoor winter classic game, what teams should get first crack at playing in it and why? 3) Do you have a fun Holiday party story you can share?

1) Have you ever entered Free Agency in the VHL and if so, what was that experience like? If not, why not? I think so once or twice. I think my current GM didn't extend me until off-season so I got a couple of offers but ended up re-signing with the same team. 2) If you're already drafted in the VHL: if you were to recreate today, what VHLM team would you play for? If not drafted by a VHL team yet, what VHL team would you most like to be drafted by? Maybe one of the Canadian teams I haven't played for before. Perhaps the Mississauga Hounds 3) What's a "weird" food combination that you think is actually good? I like putting sriracha on random things like perogies because I'm weird and like a bit of spice. ---- 1) Who do you think is the VHL or VHLM Playoff MVP thus far? 2) Are there any moves you hope your team makes this offseason? 3) What is your favourite food that is part of Thanksgiving dinner?

1. Down to the final games of the regular season, the Chicago Phoenix are on the verge of locking up a playoff spot. What can we do to get momentum going over our final five games? I might pull a McDavid in the locker room and tell the team to DIG IN!! RIGHT NOW!! 2. Goaltender Ryan Artyomov is the only player on the roster under contract beyond Season 96, do you see big changes coming from the Phoenix in Season 97? I guess that will depend on Cole's vision for the future and what the market looks like. Think a lot of guys myself included are okay with re-signing on 1 season deals like we have done previously so I'm not personally worried. 3. What's a song you really enjoy listening to, but might take flak for admitting to enjoying it? Baby Shark doo doo doo doo, Baby Shark doo doo doo doo..... 4. What is your favorite mascot in all of sports? Gritty is pretty hilarious in my opinion! 5. Season 100 is just around the corner, how big of a deal do you think it will be for the VHL? A pretty amazing accomplishment that shows the great leadership the league has had over the years! 8. What is your favorite aspect of being on the Phoenix? Think we have a pretty chill and cool group of guys on the team which is awesome. No drama!

1. Things are really firing on all cylinders for Chicago right now. Is there anything the team could do to be even better? Looks like we still drop some games giving up to many goals. Have to make sure the team isn't making careless mistakes like that! 2. If you had to fight for your life against any VHL mascot, which one could you beat and why? I'm not sure what all the mascots are. Maybe the NY Americans, is there mascot just an average american? Seems easier than a dragon or something 3. Spanish Moon Moth has 11 more points than the next closest player, along with a game in hand. Is he a lock for the Scotty Campbell Trophy? Still plenty of season left but if he can keep up the pace (hope he will!) he should be a lock 4. What's the best celly in all of sports? The opposing team bench stare down. 5. In the PBE, there is a baseball team on the moon. How long do you think it would take for that to be possible in real life? I'm not sure it will ever happen logistically. Think of the transportation costs for such a team I guess if the Moon was colonized it could maybe have it's own league after all the other priorities were met. 100 years perhaps? 8. Vacation time! Camping in the woods, going to the beach, or skiing/snowboarding in the mountains? I am rather partial to skiing in the mountains myself.

Q1 - How's your favorite NHL team doing this year? Doing alright! Been doing quite well on a 3 game win streak lately Q2 - Do you know what your next VHL player is going to be? No clue honestly. Maybe a backup goalie! Q3 - Do you prefer 3 days weekends to go Fri-Sun or Sat-Mon? Good question, I might actually choose Monday. Things might be quieter and Fridays are generally quieter at work anyways. ----- 1) If you could rename an award after one of your players which would it be? 2) Who would you draft 1st overall in a VHL Fantasy Keeper league? 3) What is your favourite part of a Thanksgiving meal?

Q1) What do you do when you're tired but don't want to go to sleep yet? I feel like when I'm tired I do go to sleep haha. Usually just watch a show or play a chill game to wind down Q2) You've been traded! The catch is you get to pick what team you go to. Where do you go? Maybe Moscow? They seem to be killing it this season. Q3) Favorite music style? Usually depends on the mood but I will say some deep house is always good ---- Q1) Based on the season so far, do you want to see your team make any moves at the trade deadline? Q2) Who has been your team's unsung hero thus far and why? Q3) What did your player dress up as for the team Halloween party?

1. The Phoenix have been red hot to start the season, sitting atop the North American Conference with a 10-2-1 record, 21 points, and a game in hand over the entire conference. What's the key to this torrid start for Chicago? I think we have had some fantastic goaltender so far which has been key to the hot start. 2. Who is the MVP of this team so far? In line with the previous question I have to give it to Ryan Artyomov who is shutting the door. 3. In your opinion, what is the biggest surprise of the VHL standings so far? Nothing too surprising for me so far, maybe Toronto being lower than expected. 5. What are some items that you think could really spice up the VHL Player Store? Temporary TPE boosts for like hot streaks. Buy an additional 50 TPE that lasts for 5-10 games! 7. What's your favorite autumn treat? I have been enjoying Apple Crisp Macchiatos so far this fall. 8. What is your favorite aspect of sim leagues? Watching my player grow / the journey over his career and being part of a franchise's success

1. After what feels like an eternity, Season 96 is finally here! After coming up just short of reaching the Continental Cup Finals in Season 95, how will Chicago fare this time? Hope to improve on last season. We were hit hard in some ways by regression but also have some new young players stepping up! 2. What member of the Phoenix is poised for a breakout season? I think Lionel Collberg will put up some decent points this season 3. What prospect will make a big impact for Chicago soon? I'm pretty excited for Boris Bone-Breaker 4. What do you find calming or peaceful? Listening to some chill hop and relaxing. 5. With minutes before puck drop, what's blasting in the Chicago locker room to get everybody hyped up? I steal the aux and pump some backstreet boys! 8. How has the NHL season treated your team so far? Slow start for the Canucks but plenty of time to get things going. My second team the Flames are doing surprisingly well though.

1. Over the off-season, Chicago added veteran defender Celise Pereira through a trade and also acquired defenseman Feka Ohi Kau and goaltender RicerFourteen in the draft. As a veteran of the team, how would you best welcome them, or as one of the newcomers, what has you the most excited to be a part of the Chicago Phoenix? Excited for the new additions, happy to give them a tour around the city and get them nice and comfortable! 2. The Chicago Phoenix once again have an AGM, with Doomsday stepping into the role after the folding of the VHLE. On a scale of 0 to 10, how terrible of a decision was this for Cole to make? I would go with 0, it's a fantastic decision and not terrible at all. Doomsday is great and I'm sure Cole appreciates the support! 3. Speaking of the folding of the VHLE, what are your thoughts on that? I was probably more pro-VHLE than most. Liked the concept of going through another draft, moving up to another new team in between the VHL and VHLM levels. 4. The Utah Hockey Club is set to play their very first NHL game this week. How do you expect things to go for this new franchise? I wish them success, they might be able to compete for a wild card spot off the top of my head but you never know. 5. On the heels of Vanderbilt defeating #1 ranked Alabama, what is your all-time favorite upset in sports? Do e-sports count? If so I will go with Kabum over Alliance. 6. What is something you are passionate about that you feel is widely misunderstood? The intricacies of the health care system